The City Archives are open for research by appointment only Monday - Friday 9:30AM-4:30PM.

Do I need to make an appointment?

Yes. We ask for at least 24 hours notice when making an appointment. When making an appointment, be prepared to let the reference archivist know what records you are interested in viewing.

What can I bring in to the archives?

While conducting research at the archives you will be allowed to bring in paper, pencils, laptops, and cameras without flash. Pens, scanners, and flash photography will NOT be allowed.

How do I obtain a copy of my student record?

Copies of student records are available through the Boston Public Schools (BPS). Whether the school is open or closed or the record is recent or old, instructions on obtaining copies of student records can be found by contacting BPS directly.

Announcements

Vital Records

To obtain birth, marriage and death records for the City of Boston and the annexed cities and towns of Brighton, Charlestown, Dorchester, Hyde Park, Roxbury and West Roxbury contact the Registry Division.

Merged Boston Public High Schools

Certain high schools no longer operating have merged into open Boston Public Schools. Transcripts from merged schools can be obtained from the open schools into which these former schools have merged.